Monday, March 10, 2014

Spring Break is Finally Here!

By Maura Gergerich, Toppel Peer Advisor

Be
active

Yes, you finally have the opportunity to sleep till
noon and spend the entire day watching Netflix but don’t throw reality away
entirely. Use this extra time to apply for internships or do some research on a
company. Even just getting a jump start on your next project will really help
when school gets back to full swing.

Stay
safe

If you are traveling or just staying to chill in
Miami, remember to not throw caution by the wayside. Use the buddy system when
going out and make sure you always have your phone charged and with you in case
of emergencies. Also remember to use that sunscreen when you go to the beach!

When
traveling

Make sure you have any necessary documents in order.
It’d be quite unfortunate to get to the airport and realize you left your
passport on your desk. Keep your money in a secure place, but make sure to
always have some accessible for situations where plastic isn’t accepted. Again,
always use the buddy system when going somewhere unfamiliar and know what to do
or what number to call in an emergency.

Have
fun!

The semester is over halfway through. Hard to
believe, right? Since you have an entire week where you don’t have to worry
about projects or assignments now is the time to go on an adventure or try
something new. Make the most of your free time so when all your friends get
back from their respective ventures you have your own stories to brag about.
Make lots of memories this week! Take tons of pictures (just be careful which
ones you put on Facebook!) and make spring break 2014 a great one!